thomas1
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Isn't that part # for a 10mm 044 cylinder?
Yes, I'm the guy who said he can easily get new, OEM p/c kits anytime for under $150.
I don't know. I measured the pin last night and it's definitely 12mm. Maybe he had it in the wrong box? Regardless, I don't believe MS 440 cylinders came without a decomp. None that I've seen anyway. I paid $144 for the kit last week. I have to say, I think I stated I could get them for around that price, at least around the same price as the AM cylinders being pushed. Believe I proved just that.
Yes, I'm the guy who said he regularly get OEM kits for around $159, and I have gotten several, this one included. Several more available, and for "pro" Stihls (check Ebay, search stihl oem cylinder). This is the first Stihl branded cylinder I've ever bought, the rest have been Mahle. The original box states it's a 044 cylinder. It has no decomp and a 12mm pin. I'm sure it'll work okay. Though the looks of it are disappointing. I'm only going to get the Mahle ones from here out.
See fellas, I'm not biased. I base my opinions on my experiences and observations. In this case, the OEM quality appears to me to suck. The pictures don't do it justice. It almost looks as if the ports were drilled out at an angle. Camera doesn't show the graininess of the cast either. My last AM 039 cylinder looked much better.
Aside from what the others have stated, are you using too much sealant? I've noticed little boogers in the mufflers on a few occasions, but nothing that suggested any type of "failure", just used too much sealant and it squished through and must have been picked up while saw was running. Clean the mating surfaces well and always check with a straight edge. I use a metal tri-square and haven't noticed any problems yet with any OEM cylinders. Not saying the factory doesn't make mistakes, just that I haven't run across any bad cylinders yet.
BTW, I'm not knocking folks who use AM cylinders, I have in a pinch and out of curiosity, I'm just sharing my experiences. Plenty of OEM cylinders and piston kits available on the Ebay for $159, or less, to even bother with a quality AM for the same price. That's a no brainer to me. If none available, and no good used OEM cylinders advertised, and I was pushed for time, I'd definitely go for the complete meteor set up.
Polar guy, I don't like you. My point on the other thread was why would someone buy AM when for the same price, thereabouts, they could find OEM. Split hairs all you like. You've been proven wrong. Even if OEM costs $20 more, you'd be a frickin idiot to go AM. A frickin idiot!
And your opinion now is OEM suck?
This one sure looks low quality to me. That's what I'm saying. Hopefully it'll perform. Haven't used a Stihl branded cylinder yet, so don't have an opinion, yet.
I'd be very interested to hear how the build goes... AND i do believe that the aftermarkets are catching up very fast and in some cases, OEM is slipping. Just recently had someone tell me the dealer bought and installed aftermarket bearings in his repaired saws and another person say that his dealer recommended aftermarket to him as well.
Sounds like its time to be an aftermarket dealer...:msp_biggrin:
No. it took two weeks. Could have gotten a 046 a week ago for $169. I don't have a 046 to build. Notice the above quoted post? States what I told you, $159. At least I'm honest, you're not.
Stihl Chainsaw Cylinder and Piston Kit 064 640 | eBay
Plus a couple of 260 kits, a 041 kit, 029,039 and 210 kits out there today. All can be had for under $170, most for $150.
Seller has a lot of items listed from a closed shop. Generic description. Pics didn't look right to you? You're pretty tough to persuade. I doubt video of my saws cutting cookies would convince you either. You'd think something was staged.
roostersgt said:Ever wonder why you have no credits in your signature, but lots of posts? It's because you offer nothing of value to the forum. You're a troll.
Gologit,
Didn't start this thread to be stalked and called a BS'er. Provided pictures, links etc.... Didn;t intend to be "stalked" on a thread you moderate. Didn;t intend to get into an argument with anyone. Sorry.
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